• Culture

    The 25 Best Shows on Max (aka HBO Max) Right Now

    Max (previously HBO Max) might be one of the greatest things to come out of the streaming revolution. No, this is not a paid promotion; it’s just simple logic, given that so much of television’s most compelling content of the past 25 years—from The Sopranos and The Wire to Game of Thrones and The Leftovers—originated…

  • Culture - Food & Flavor

    7 Of The Best Italian Desserts

    From panna cotta to tiramisu, Italian desserts add the perfect touch of sweetness to the end of your meal. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite recipes, from classics like this luscious strawberry gelato to more modern twists like this tiramisu-inspired ice box pie. Strawberry Gelato To guarantee homemade gelato’s luscious consistency and purity…

  • Culture

    Burning Man Fiasco: A Tech Culture Clash

    “Light weights.” That was the reply when Diplo posted a video of himself, Chris Rock, and several others escaping this year’s Burning Man after heavy rains left thousands of other Burners stranded and unable to leave. It was a small thing, but also encapsulated a growing divide between long-term attendees…

  • Fashion & Style

    The Rise of the Modern Minimalist Wardrobe

    In the world of fashion, where luxury and extravagance often reign supreme, a subtle yet significant shift is taking place. The era of “more is more” is quietly giving way to a more understated, minimalist aesthetic, championed by the likes of Hailey Bieber, Kendall Jenner, Emma Chamberlain, and Kaia Gerber,…

  • Culture

    The Aftermath of a ‘Miracle Cure’ for a Rare Cancer

    Gleevec was approved just as the Human Genome Project was wrapping up, and it served as Exhibit A for those who were looking for evidence that the era of gene-guided health care had arrived. Francis Collins, director of the Human Genome Project, spotlighted Gleevec at the project’s celebratory conclusion. Gleevec…